What is Ayurveda?

Ayurveda is a traditional Indian system of medicine that believes in the interconnectivity of all things in nature and that health and disease result from an imbalance in these forces. Ayurvedic medicine focuses on maintaining body, mind and spirit balance through a holistic treatment approach that treats the underlying cause of an illness rather than the symptoms alone. It includes detoxification, an Ayurvedic diet, herbal medicine, massage, yoga and meditation.

Ayurveda in Brisbane

What are the Benefits of Ayurveda?

Ayurveda is recommended to people of all ages because it's safe, effective and does not pose any side effects. It can be used as a complementary treatment alongside conventional medicine or on its own. The use of Ayurveda has been proven to be beneficial for a wide range of health issues, including: 

  • Pain
  • Allergies
  • Arthritis
  • Digestive issues
  • Eczema
  • Diabetes
  • Asthma
  • Stress
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • High blood pressure
  • Heart disease
  • Infertility
  • Insomnia
  • Chronic kidney disease (CKD)
  • Cancer
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

How Much Does Ayurveda Cost in Brisbane?

An Ayurvedic consultation in Brisbane can cost between $60 and $100 depending on its length. As for the treatment or remedies involved, the price will be determined by the complexity of the client's health condition and the modalities included in their treatment plan. Roughly, the price of Ayurvedic treatments ranges from $100 to $230. On the other hand, some practitioners offer online Ayurveda consultation that are actually less expensive.

How Many Ayurveda Practitioners are There in Brisbane?

Recent statistics reveal that Australia has hundreds of qualified Ayurvedic practitioners, with approximately 200 registered with the Australasian Ayurvedic Practitioners Association (AAPA), the peak body for Ayurvedic doctors and consultations in the country. About 15% of this workforce works and lives in Brisbane and other cities in Queensland. The majority of Ayurvedic practitioners operate in private practice, though some also work in holistic clinics with other natural health practitioners.

How Many People in Brisbane Use Ayurveda?

The number of people in Brisbane using Ayurveda for health reasons is unknown. However, it can be said that the prevalence of Ayurveda in the city has increased significantly over the past decade as more and more people have increasingly turned to natural therapies to address their health issues.